Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods
December 19, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Ingredients: 5 oz bar (1 bar) of organic dark chocolate finely chopped* 10-12 large pretzel sticks 1 cup unsweetened shredded organic coconut…
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Healthy Oat Cookies
December 19, 2015
By Kay MacInnis ‘Tis the season for visions of sugar plums – and many other sweets. Which means it’s the season for additional pounds to end up on the…
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Healthier dips for the season of unwanted calories
December 11, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This is a really busy time, with lots of hustle and bustle. There are a lot of parties and social events that happen over the next…
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Ring in the New Year at Crave Kitchen & Cocktails
December 10, 2015
The new year is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to make your New Year’s Eve plans. On Thursday, December 31, Crave Kitchen & Cocktails will host a night full…
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Governor Haley Announces 2016 Slate of South Carolina Chef Ambassadors
December 9, 2015
Governor Nikki Haley named chefs Teryi Youngblood of Passerelle Bistro in Greenville, Ramone Dickerson of 2 Fat 2 Fly & Wing City in Columbia, Orchid Paulmeier of One Hot Mama’s…
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Citrus Green Smoothie
December 5, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Sore Throat? Low Energy? Try this fresh tasting Citrus Green Smoothie. Ingredients: 1/2 cup ice cubes 1/2 cup 100% orange juice 1…
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Cranberry-Glazed Pork Roast
December 5, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Thanksgiving has come and gone and now the busy season is at full speed, which means food is everywhere. This is the time of the year…
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Forest Acres is Sweet for the Holidays
November 23, 2015WHAT: Forest Acres’ signature 12th annual holiday event, Sweet Seasons, will kick off the holiday season on the rooftop of Richland Mall. Sprinkled with food, music and giveaways to celebrate…
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Southern Hospitality at its best at the next South Carolina Aquarium Good Catch Dinner
November 23, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC— Lowcountry food and fine dining is on tap at the next South Carolina Aquarium Good Catch Dinner, taking place at High Cotton, Tuesday, Dec.1, at 6:30 p.m. The…
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Forest Acres is Sweet for the Holidays
November 23, 2015
WHAT: Forest Acres’ signature 12th annual holiday event, Sweet Seasons, will kick off the holiday season on the rooftop of Richland Mall. Sprinkled with food, music and giveaways to celebrate…
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Rosemary Pomodoro Pasta
November 21, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking This is a family favorite and a great option for Meatless Mondays. Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil -20 oz. dried whole-grain or…
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Battle of the Pies: How to Choose the Healthiest Pie and Why
November 21, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Nothing says fall like the smell of pie baking in the oven. And if you’re getting ready for the holidays, I’m sure you are experiencing this…
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Hearty Hamburger Soup
November 13, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking This is a one pot meal! Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 lb. extra lean organic ground beef 1 small onion,…
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Baked Apple-Cinnamon French Toast
November 13, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Sure, you know what you’re making for Thanksgiving dinner. You’ve got that down pat. But with breakfast being so important to our day, why on…
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Chomp!
November 13, 2015
By Ron Aiken Jalapeno Honey Steak! I hope that the headline drew you in, because we’re not going to be making jalapeno honey steak. Oh, we could. Believe you…
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Author Luncheon with award-winning writer James Scott discussing his latest page-turner “Target Tokyo” Friday, Nov. 20
November 11, 2015
On Friday, November 20th at noon for Blue Bicycle Books Charleston Author Series luncheon at Halls Chophouse award-winning author and investigative reporter James M. Scott will be discussing his latest book,Target Tokyo, a…
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200 chili cook-off tickets being given to military families
November 9, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Thanks to the generosity of five sponsors, Charleston Animal Society will be giving 200 Chili Cook-off & Oyster Roast tickets to Joint Base Charleston for distribution to…
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Chomp! Café Au Lait-ivator!
November 6, 2015
By Ron Aiken Café Au Lait-ivator! There is no doubt among any of us that “Café au lait” sounds much more awesome than “coffee with milk.” It’s not even a…
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Easy Broccoli Soup
November 6, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking This is a family favorite. Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 cup carrots, peeled and diced 1 large head…
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My 5 Favorite Fall Places in Columbia
November 6, 2015
By Jillian Owens Anyone who knows me at all knows I have a longstanding hatred of cold weather. I’ve tried various coping mechanisms over the years, but nothing has…
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Roasted Root Vegetables
November 6, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Remember, you don’t have to keep doing vegetables the way you always have. The roasting process enhances the sweet taste of vegetables while minimizing the slightly…
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Pumpkin Chili
October 29, 2015
By Kay MacInnis I love this time of the year because you can put pumpkin in everything: muffin, breads, cakes, pies, soups and stews, even hummus. Pumpkin adds fiber…
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The Great Pumpkin Patch Dip
October 29, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Want to know why Linus is still waiting for the Great Pumpkin? Because we turned him into a yummy, creamy, healthy, dip. …
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Apple Crisp
October 29, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This recipe is one of the oldest in my collection, and I chose it after reflecting upon events of the last few weeks. I work with…
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The Cliffs expands team of wine experts
October 29, 2015
Three more staff members pass Level 1 Sommelier Introductory Examination TRAVELERS REST, SC – The Cliffs is pleased to announce three team members have passed their Level 1 Sommelier Introductory…
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The Cliffs expands team of wine experts
October 29, 2015
Three more staff members pass Level 1 Sommelier Introductory Examination TRAVELERS REST, SC – The Cliffs is pleased to announce three team members have passed their Level 1 Sommelier Introductory…
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Local organizations plan community food day events
October 22, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – In celebration of National Food Day on October 24, Lowcountry organizations are coming together to offer fun and educational activities throughout the Charleston area. All events are…
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A Conversation with Vanessa Driscoll Bialobreski
October 22, 2015
Managing Partner, Farm to Table Event Company Vanessa Driscoll Bialobreski, the Managing Partner of the Farm to Table Event Company is so well-known in the Midlands that many…
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2-Ingredient Whole Roasted Chicken
October 16, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Just 2 ingredients make this dish easy, delicious, and nutritious! Ingredients 1 – 3 ½ lb. organic whole chicken Lawry’s or McCormick…
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Chomp!
October 16, 2015
By Ron Aiken Floodwaters, Local Buzz and the Coffee Wars First, Chomp! was extremely blessed to be spared from the horrific, life-changing destruction of last week’s flooding. Having seen the…
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Southern Banana Pudding
October 16, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This is the dessert recipe that we used during our recent competition in Charleston. It is a healthier version of old-fashioned banana pudding. This is not…
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Homemade Chicken Soup (For the Soul)
October 9, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Homemade Chicken Soup – Simple ingredients, simple goodness Ingredients 1 chicken carcass (left from roasting a whole chicken) 12 cups of water 1…
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Chomp!
October 8, 2015
By Ron Aiken In our freezer was a turkey. Outside was rain, flooded roads and moisture beyond belief or recall. Dinner was due, rain or no, and it was…
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Firefly Hickory Tea Smoked Salmon
October 8, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Here is the entrée recipe from our recent adventure in Charleston. If you haven’t expanded your grains to include farro, I would encourage you to! I…
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Shrimp and Three Cheese Tortellini
October 2, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Healthy Hands Cooking Here’s a quick and healthy meal in a skillet that will please even the pickiest eaters. Ingredients 2 lbs. shrimp, cleaned and deveined…
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Chomp!
October 2, 2015
By Ron Aiken Chomp! Vs. The Children! It was a classic scenario. Parent gets home (the parent is Chomp!), surveys available protein around which to build a dinner.…
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Carolina Gold Rice Cake with Blueberry Vinaigrette
October 2, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Here is the recipe for this week, and it’s really easy and tasty. Y’all have got to try this one! It is so good and can…
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Motor Supply Co. Bistro featured on Travel Channel UK television show, “Jeni and Olly’s Deep South Food Adventures”
September 30, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of Columbia, S.C.’s leading chef-driven restaurants, is featured in an episode of the new Travel Channel UK television series, “Jeni and Olly’s Deep…
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Motor Supply Co. Bistro featured on Travel Channel UK television show, “Jeni and Olly’s Deep South Food Adventures”
September 30, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Motor Supply Co. Bistro, one of Columbia, S.C.’s leading chef-driven restaurants, is featured in an episode of the new Travel Channel UK television series, “Jeni and Olly’s Deep…
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Chomp!
September 25, 2015
By Ron Aiken Mid-Week Dinner Surprise! The surprise to begin with is you’re getting a mid-week dinner cooked for you in the first place, you greedy soul, you. I mean,…
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Savory Pumpkin Delight
September 25, 2015
By Kay MacInnis Fall is here, which means pumpkin time! Pumpkin adds such great flavor to foods and is so easy to cook with. More importantly, pumpkin is a…
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Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels
September 25, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels have a touch of sweetness your kids will love. Ingredients 1 whole grain (or gluten-free) wrap – 7” to 8” 2 Tbsp. whipped…
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SOL’s Breast Friends Thursdays and Kitchen Karma Support Hollings Cancer Center Breast Cancer Research
September 23, 2015
MOUNT PLEASANT , SC – Grab your breast friends and head to SOL Southwest Kitchen and Tequila Bar in Mt. Pleasant. It’s not a type-o; SOL welcomes back “Breast Friend Thursdays,”…
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Providence Cooks! Participating in the Southern Living Taste of Charleston Cooking Well Invitational 2015
September 23, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – The Providence Hospitals PROVIDENCE COOKS! Team will compete in the 2015 Cooking Well International event, part of the “Southern Living” Taste of Charleston this weekend. In its…
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Carrot and Cauliflower Soup
September 18, 2015
By Jan Pinnington Enjoy this fall favorite soup bursting with nutrition and flavor. Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1…
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Greek Salad! Greek Festival! Grexit?
September 17, 2015
By Ron Aiken Back in May, Chomp! got hitched. Following the wedding we honeymooned in Greece, a destination we pinched pennies for months on end to afford, visiting the…
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Broccoli Lemon Chicken
September 17, 2015
By Kay MacInnis This is one of those easy recipes that you keep in the front of your recipe file. There are a few recipes that are the standards…
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Eighth Annual Italian Festival and Bocce Tournament brings authentic Italian food and family fun
September 17, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia’s eighth annual Italian Festival and Bocce Tournament will take place Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015 at the Robert Mills House and Hampton-Preston Mansion (1615 and 1616 Blanding St.).…
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Eighth Annual Italian Festival and Bocce Tournament brings authentic Italian food and family fun
September 17, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia’s eighth annual Italian Festival and Bocce Tournament will take place Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015 at the Robert Mills House and Hampton-Preston Mansion (1615 and 1616 Blanding St.).…
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Healthy Tailgate Recipe: Chorizo-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
September 11, 2015
Team Elite The first home Gamecock Football game is right around the corner! Don’t ruin your diet by munching on wings, chip, and burgers all day! Try this…
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